Trinoline
- April 19, 2019
- minori
Get on Steam"Trinoline" is a visual novel that explores the relationship between humans and androids in a world where they coexist. The game follows Shun Nanami as he meets an android who looks identical to his deceased sister, leading to a story filled with romance and drama. With multiple endings, hundreds of CGs, and a soundtrack with over 50 unique songs, players can expect approximately 30+ hours of average reading time.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The art and production values are exceptional, with beautiful visuals and a memorable soundtrack.
- The game explores deep philosophical themes about life, death, and what it means to be human, providing thought-provoking moments.
- Some character routes, particularly Sara's, are well-received and offer enjoyable narratives.
- The story is inconsistent and poorly executed, with abrupt shifts in tone and poorly developed plot points.
- The user interface is glitchy and the gallery feature is locked until all routes are completed, which can be frustrating.
- Many characters make illogical decisions, leading to a lack of connection and engagement with the narrative.
- story46 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its emotional highs and engaging themes of coexistence between humans and androids, while others criticize it for inconsistency, poor writing, and reliance on clichés. Many players found the narrative entertaining despite its flaws, noting that different routes offer varied experiences, though some felt disconnected from the characters. Overall, while the production values are high, the execution of the story leaves much to be desired, leading to a polarized reception.
“The story is incredibly well executed with truly euphoric highs and heartbreaking lows.”
“Heck, I even liked the story for the most part, although every route tells a different one and I liked the little life lessons they told me every now and then.”
“Thirdly, the story is really interesting; you can easily fall into curiosity and can’t stop reading.”
“The story was bad and inconsistent.”
“Well, the writing/story is awful and 75% of the game is crap for starters.”
“I don't know why, but there is something off (unreasonable plot) that leads to the main story; you will notice it for sure if you play the game (especially when on Shirone's route).”
- music20 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and memorability, contributing significantly to the overall experience. While some users noted issues with volume levels and functionality of the music recollection feature, the soundtrack remains a standout element, enhancing the game's artistic and narrative qualities. Overall, the combination of excellent art and a captivating soundtrack leaves a lasting impression on players.
“This game had wonderful art, a gorgeous soundtrack that I still remember to this day, and a very neat concept to it.”
“I love everything about this visual novel from character build-up to the soundtrack.”
“But honestly, the music is still the best aspect of this visual novel.”
“First of all, is it just me or does the memories menu (music recollection etc) not work at all?”
“Some of the music was way too loud and some I could barely hear at all.”
“I do am sad that minori went down; I couldn't see 'trinoline' as a worthy swan song of them, but I still recommend it for shirone and what sara could have been.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a masterful blend of sorrow and tragedy interspersed with moments of wholesomeness and comedy, creating a dynamic narrative experience. Players report feeling a wide range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak, highlighting the game's ability to evoke deep feelings and provoke thoughtful reflection. Overall, the emotional journey is both impactful and memorable.
“The story is incredibly well executed with truly euphoric highs and heartbreaking lows.”
“Personally, I had a good time with it; it made me smile, it made me cry, it made me think.”
“When the story is full of sorrow and tragedy, but after one scene, it changes into something wholesome and comedic.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features innovative mechanics, such as the ability to scroll back to previous scenes and utilize mouse gestures for various actions. Additionally, a convenient short menu provides quick access to essential options, enhancing the overall user experience.
“There are some really nice mechanics that I missed in a few other games.”
“You can scroll back to previous scenes, and there are a few mechanics you can use with the gesture of your computer mouse. With the right click of your mouse, you can open a short menu with the most important options.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with users highlighting them as interesting and visually appealing.
“Nice game with interesting graphics.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be delightfully random and unexpected, often leading to spontaneous laughter, as exemplified by memorable quotes like Joseph Joestar's iconic "oh my god!" This blend of absurdity and surprise contributes significantly to the game's comedic appeal.
“The first thing that came to my mind was Joseph Joestar's 'Oh my god!' and I couldn't help but laugh at how random it was.”
